Welcome

Media information

Our Communications Office can help journalists access the expertise of our academics. Our
world-class rating for research excellence means we can provide knowledge across the social sciences, science and health,
and humanities.

Communications and External Relations brings together the main areas involved in leading the University’s
strategic positioning and profile.

Engaging with students, staff and stakeholders we promote the University’s
excellence in research and education, and ensure its profile is communicated in a consistent way. We take an
innovative and creative approach to our work and are at the forefront of new and best practice in communications,
marketing, and stakeholder and customer service.

What we do

Outreach, marketing and student recruitment in the UK and internationally

Communications and management of our website

Delivery of admissions services

University branding

In the increasingly complex and competitive environment in which we operate, a consistent and coherent brand is a necessity in order to successfully communicate to our audiences. Find out more about the University of Essex brand, including templates, visual identity, house style and the brand toolkit.

Arts events

We have theatres at each of our three campuses and a whole range of activities taking place
for you to enjoy or get involved in, including student productions and performances by professional touring companies.

News

Our news pages will keep you up-to-date on all that has been happening around our University,
including news of our latest research and news of alumni and present students.